Incidents of public violence can leave anyone feeling vulnerable, and it's natural to try to make sense of seemingly senseless acts. Oftentimes, news stories suggest that those who commit crimes have mental illnesses. As the narrative goes, those mental illnesses are the underlying factor in acts of violence. To ... Read More
Why Ketamine’s Called a “Speedster Antidepressant”
It seems like every day, a new news report pops up describing how medical professionals are using radical new methods to treat issues like anxiety and depression. One recent breakthrough is ketamine as a treatment for various mental health issues. That's right: The drug that most people associate with raves and major ... Read More
What New Funding for Mental Health Clinics Entails
Mental health isn't just important on an individual level—it's an essential element for strong communities. Unaddressed mental health needs are associated with increased rates of poverty, crime, and homelessness and can have a negative impact on local economies. They may also impact local health care costs, impede ... Read More
Turning From Addiction After a Near-Fatal Encounter
Sometimes it takes a life-threatening event to convince a person that it's time to make a serious life change. When an individual's own actions threaten their very existence, it can jar their sense of complacency and motivate them to do something about it. That's frequently what drives many people to finally seek help ... Read More
Sell-Out Crowd Attends Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Women’s Luncheon
Business Leaders Hear from Experts on Mental Health, First Responders with Help from FHE Health Last Tuesday, the subject of mental health and first responders drew more than 50 women to a sold-out luncheon hosted by the Women’s Council of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce. The July 26 event, “From the ... Read More
Is Rehab Tax-Deductible? + Other Common Financing Questions
The following fact may come as a surprise: “75 percent of people with addiction survive and go on to live full lives, especially if they get good treatment.” That’s according to NPR, in a January 2022 report on research from the CDC and the National Institute on Drug Abuse.) In other words, like other mental and ... Read More
What “Brain Fog” Is and How Neurorehab Can Help
Have you ever felt as though your brain just wasn't working as well as it normally does? Maybe you kept making simple mistakes while working, struggled to recall things, or simply couldn't take in any new information. This condition, brain fog, affects everyone at some point, but is particularly common in times of ... Read More
What’s the Connection Between Alcoholism and Gut Health?
Today many people are interested in improving gut health, having learned that the gut or digestive system impacts physical and mental wellness also. As a result, the desire to eat better and find products that can help the gut work optimally continues to grow. Numerous products are available to help heal gut issues, ... Read More